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'Tipu-Ipu ko maro ekdum... samundar mein phek do': Assam CM backs NCERT move to drop 'Great' from Akbar, Tipu Sultan
Bongaigaon, November 23: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday strongly endorsed the National Council of Educational Research and Training's (NCERT) reported decision to remove the honorific "Great" from Mughal emperor Akbar and Mysore ruler Tipu Sultan in school history textbooks, saying he welcomed the move.
Extremely shattered: Akbar Khan, younger brother of Sanjay Khan, mourns the demise of Zarine Khan
Mumbai, November 7: Filmmaker Akbar Khan, younger brother of Sanjay Khan, mourned the demise of Zarine Khan, who passed away on Friday.
U19 WC winning captain Akbar Ali to lead Bangladesh in Hong Kong Sixes 2025
Hong Kong, October 29: The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced its squad for the upcoming Hong Kong Sixes 2025, scheduled from November 7 to 9 at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground in Hong Kong.
World is reaching out to PM Modi, says MJ Akbar ahead of Taliban FM's visit to India
New Delhi, October 7: Former Union Minister of State for External Affairs, MJ Akbar said that the visit of Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi is a vital visit which shows that the world is reaching out to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and India.
Rajnath Singh highlights India's economic rise, political stability at launch of MJ Akbar's book 'After Me, Chaos: Astrology in the Mughal Empire'
New Delhi, October 6: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday emphasised India's growing economic power and political stability during the launch of the book "After Me, Chaos: Astrology in the Mughal Empire", authored by former Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs MJ Akbar.
Delhi HC quashes FIR, allows petitioners to render community service at Jama Masjid
New Delhi, Oct 1: The Delhi High Court has quashed an FIR following an amicable settlement of the domestic dispute between the parties.
Trump's change of mood powerful evidence of PM Modi's swadeshi foreign policy: MJ Akbar
North Goa, September 10: Former Minister of State for External Affairs MJ Akbar on Wednesday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Swadeshi foreign policy," crediting it for changing the "mood" and "tone" of President Donald Trump on discussing tariffs and other "trade barriers" between the two countries.
India has become star power: Former MoS MJ Akbar or SCO Summit
New Delhi, September 1: Former Minister of State for External Affairs MJ Akbar on Monday said India has become a "star power" as he praised the central government for standing up to the 50 per cent tariffs imposed by US.
Milad-un-Nabi procession in Hyderabad postponed to Sep 14
Hyderabad, Aug 29: The organisers of the Milad-un-Nabi procession in Hyderabad have decided to defer it to September 14 in view of the Ganesh festivities.
Trump's tariffs an exercise in power but will weaken America: Former MoS MJ Akbar
New Delhi, August 28: Former Minister of State for External Affairs MJ Akbar on Wednesday criticised US President Donald Trump's tariff policy, calling it "an exercise in power" that will in the short run "weaken America".
Owaisi brothers hoist Tricolour in Hyderabad on I-Day
Hyderabad, Aug 15: All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) president and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi and his brother and party floor leader in Telangana Assembly, Akbaruddin Owaisi, hoisted the national flag to mark the 79th Independence Day.
Malaysia PM attends special screening of veteran Indian actor-director Akbar Khan's film 'Taj Mahal'
Kuala Lumpur, August 11: Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Monday evening attended a special screening of the Indian film 'Taj Mahal: An Eternal Love Story', which was helmed by veteran actor-director Akbar Khan in 2005.
The most socialist president in the history of the United States: MJ Akbar on Trump's trade policies
Mapusa, August 9: Former MoS for External Affairs, MJ Akbar said President Donald Trump may be remembered as "the most socialist president in the history of the United States" for challenging and dismantling the principle of free trade.
India has not violated any US Law, Former Mos, MEA MJ Akbar on US tariffs
New Delhi, August 7: Former MoS for External Affairs, MJ Akbar highlighted the volataility of the US policy, giving an example of how US President Donald Trump had declared Russia as a foe, and imposed tariffs on India on that basis.
Entertainment reality show 'American Ninja Warrior' renewed for Season 18
Washington DC, August 4: The sports entertainment reality show 'American Ninja Warrior' has been renewed for Season 18 by NBC, reported Variety.
Vedang Raina drops his beautiful version of the 'Jashn-E-Bahaaraa' track from Jodhaa Akbar
Mumbai, July 14: Vedang Raina seems to be a man of many talents. Aside from being a good actor, Raina shared a glimpse of his singing prowess through his latest Instagram post.
Iran, UAE call for regional participation to ensure security in West Asia
Tehran, July 14: Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) highlighted the necessity to ensure security in West Asia through the participation of all regional states, the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported.
Delnaaz Irani explains why audience loyalty has shifted in today's TV landscape
Mumbai, June 24: Actress Delnaaz Irani opened up about the evolving nature of the small screen and why audience loyalty isn't what it used to be.
Akbarpur bus stand to be renamed as Shravan Dham bus stand: UP CM Yogi
Ambedkar Nagar, June 16: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday announced that Akbarpur bus stand in Ambedkar Nagar will be renamed as Shravan Dham bus stand.
An invading army at border will not be stopped by eloquence; It will be stopped by military force MJ Akbar in Germany
Berlin, June 8: Former Union Minister MJ Akbar, who is part of the all-party delegation led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad, highlighted India's firm stand against terrorism, saying, "An invading army at the border will not be stopped by eloquence. It will be stopped by military force". Akbar is currently in Berlin as part of India's diplomatic outreach to explain the country's zero-tolerance policy on terrorism.
Germans showed greatest sympathy, agreed military response was needed: MJ Akbar on Operation Sindoor
Berlin, June 7: Former Former Union Minister MJ Akbar, who is part of the all-party delegation led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad, said on Friday that Germany has shown strong sympathy and understanding for the pain India suffered in the recent Pahalgam terror attack, and agreed that a military response was necessary.
AIMPLB to continue protests against Waqf Amendment Act
Hyderabad, June 1: All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) President Moulana Khalid Saifullah Rahmani on Sunday declared that their protest will continue till the Central government withdraws the Waqf Amendment Act.
Gujarat: AMC demolishes 400 illegal huts in Ahmedabad eviction drive
Ahmedabad, May 29: Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) in Gujarat razed over 400 illegal structures in Akbarnagar, a densely populated settlement in the Bapunagar area, behind the SP office near Ajit Mill crossroads.
Eight die in Rajasthan's Alwar after drinking toxic liquor
Jaipur, April 30: At least eight people have died in Rajasthan's Alwar district in three days after consuming illicit, toxic liquor.
Pleas challenging validity of Waqf Act mentioned before CJI for urgent listing
New Delhi, April 7: The pleas in the Supreme Court challenging the recent amendments introduced to the Waqf Act were mentioned on Monday before Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna for urgent listing.
No unlawful assembly of five or more persons in Greater Mumbai from March 14-28: Official
Mumbai, March 13: The Mumbai Police have issued prohibitory order for restricting movement and unlawful assembly of five or more persons from 00.01 hours on March 14 and ending at 24.00 hours on March 28 in Greater Mumbai. The order has been issued by Akbar Pathan, deputy commissioner and executive magistrate on behalf of the Mumbai Police Commissioner.
The Academy to host special screening of the Ashutosh Gowariker directorial 'Jodhaa Akbar'
Mumbai, Feb 15: The period film 'Jodhaa Akbar', which starred Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai, has clocked 17 years of its release. On the occasion, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is set to hold a special screening of the film in March.
Nyrraa Banerji trains in Kathak to bring modern Anarkali to life in 'Akbar Birbal'
Mumbai, Jan 27: Actress Nyrraa Banerji, who will be seen playing a modern-day Anarkali in the upcoming show "Akbar Birbal," has been undergoing intense Kathak training to perfect her role.